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Why The IEA’s “Peak Oil” Forecast May Be Good for Energy Investors
This past week, the International Energy Agency (IEA) issued a report predicting that "peak oil"—the all-time high point in oil demand—will come as soon as 2029.
My initial reaction was one of skepticism, as I've heard this prediction numerous times throughout my years in the markets. Each predicted date has come and gone, yet oil demand persists, often driving prices higher.
Interestingly, this pattern has repeated itself. Despite the seemingly bearish forecast from the IEA, oil prices have moved higher.
There are, of course, various factors influencing this, but the IEA's report plays a significant role. Predictions of peak oil, especially from credible sources like the IEA, often prompt a bullish reaction in the market that can last for some time.
These reports influence the calculations of oil producers and transporters, leading to a tightening of supply in anticipation of a dramatic fall in demand that, historically, has not materialized.
One could argue that a peak in oil demand is inevitable with the rise of electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels. Environmentalist pressures also play a role. However, these trends have been present for years, and oil demand continues to rise.
The reality is that we live in an energy-intensive world. Every time someone is lifted out of poverty, their first purchases typically consume energy—motorized transportation, refrigerators, TVs, and mobile phones.
For these new consumers, energy efficiency is not a primary concern. Additionally, the AI revolution requires massive servers that consume enormous amounts of power, further driving up energy consumption.
Yet, when a respected organization like the IEA predicts peak oil, those involved in the oil supply chain adjust their demand models downwards. This adjustment keeps the global market tight, maintaining a state of slight undersupply.
This dynamic has kept crude prices consistently above $50 for the past decade, aside from the major economic shocks of the pandemic.
This doesn't mean you should rush to buy oil futures daily. Oil will continue to fluctuate with strong bull runs and major corrections, making it a highly tradeable commodity.
However, barring an economic disaster, it will trade with a high floor. Long-term ownership of oil stocks remains a profitable strategy for investors, despite media claims of an impending end to oil demand.
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